Chike Amah is an advanced Nurse Practitioner specializing in mental health. Chike strives to create safe and supportive spaces where clients feel heard and understood. He considers it his privilege to support others navigating through challenges and to celebrate their progress. Chike brings a wealth of experience providing care across life span, settings, cultures and communities. He has a passion for soccer and enjoys cooking, hiking, and time with family and friends.
Chike joins TeleMed2U in our mission to expand access to healthcare.
Education:
Walden University School of Nursing
Mental Health N.P.
Master Science in Nursing
Minneapolis, MN
2021
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Downers Grove, IL
2016
Clinical Experience:
Kinghaven Counseling Group
Houston, Texas
2024
Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
Houston, Texas
2023
Memorial Hermann -Texas Medical Center
Houston, Texas
Registered Nurse
2021
Licensure: TX 11404 CA 95030175
NPI: 1972375368
Language Fluency: English
Jennifer is a certified Phsician Assistant with nearly twenty years of experience, inclusive of eight in psychiatry. She is passionate for holistic, integrative solutions and preventive care as well as the mind-body connection and its impact. Jennifer uses collaborative approches to create indiidually tailored treatment plans for each patiet she cares for. She provides safe, nonjudgemental space for pateints to be heard, understood and inlcuded. Jennifer believes in open, honest communcation to provide comprehensive, quality care. She enoys hiking at national parks, restaurants, time with family and friends and volunteering at animal rescue organizations.
Jennifer joins TeleMed2U in its mission to expand access the healthcare.
Education:
Des Moines University Osteopathic Medical Center
Des Moines, Iowa
Master of Science, Physician Assistant Studies
2006
Clinical Experience:
Happy Health & Wellness
Lead Primary Care and Functional Medicine PA
Austin, Texas
March 2025
Counterbalance Counseling & Psychiatry
Psychiatric Physician Assistant
Austin, Texas
June 2024
Austin Family Psychiatry
Psychiatric Physician Assistant
Austin, Texas
March, 2021
Licensure: TX; PA 07670
NPI: 1912097031
Language Fluency: English
Shelby Lopez is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. She has greater than ten years of mental health in inpatient and outpatient settings. Shelby believes in patient centered care that incorporates evidence-based practice to create individualized treatment plans. She values building rapport and trust from the beginning of treatment to foster confidence and security. Shelby creates open, accepting spaces where the patient is empowered as the core component in the therapeutic relationship. In free time, she enjoys spending time with family, traveling, and cheering on Texas A & M. Shelby joins TeleMed2U in the mission to expand access to healthcare.
Eastern Kentucky University
Lexington, Kentucky
Master of Science in Nursing
May 2024
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Bachelor of Science Nursing
Corpus Christi, TX
December 2011
Bayview Behavioral Hospital
Corpus Christi, TX
August 2015-February 2025
Bay Area Psychiatry Services
PMHNP
Corpus Christi, TX
License: Texas 1168108
NPI: 1649017211
Board Certification: American Nurses Credentialing Center, June 2024
Language Fluency: English
Keisha is a licensed therapist with greater than thirteen years of experience. She obtained her master’s degree from Brandman University. Keisha specializes in trauma, anxiety, depression and building parenting skills. Keisha is certified in multiple evidenced based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She believes in continual education and learning to support her clients in their own growth journey. Keisha enjoys supporting new clinicians on their journey towards licensure. In her spare time Keisha enjoys her family and trips to amusement parks. She joins TeleMed2U in its mission to expand access to healthcare.
Brandman University
Master of Arts in Psychology
2012
Lancaster, CA
Children’s Center of the Antelope Valley
Lancaster, CA
Clinical Therapist/Clinical Supervisor
2025
RULA
Licensed Therapist
Lancaster, CA
2025
Harpers Haven Marriage, Family and Child Counseling
President
Licensed Therapist
2025
Licensure: CA; 113750
NPI: 1629322201
Language Fluency: English
General, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
Dr. Rhodes is dual board certified in general, child and adolescent psychiatry and enjoys taking care of patients of all ages. She has worked in several clinic settings, including outpatient, inpatient, intensive outpatient programs and partial hospitalization programs for a variety of populations. She is highly involved in educating the next generation of physicians and has been an adjunct professor with several medical schools in Texas. Dr. Rhodes is very family oriented, empathetic and enjoys addressing the overall changes that can contribute to improving quality of life. When she is not working, Dr. Rhodes enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, running, crafting and outdoor activities like fishing and the beach.
Education:
University of North Texas Health Science Center
Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine
Fort Worth, Texas
Doctorate of Osteopathy
2009 – 2013
Texas Lutheran University
Seguin, Texas
Bachelors of Science in Molecular Biology, cum laude
Minors in Chemistry and Business of Science
2005 – 2009
Residency:
Texas A&M Health Science Center College of Medicine
Baylor Scott and White Memorial Hospital
Temple, Texas
General Psychiatry Residency
2013 – 2016
Fellowship:
Texas A&M Health Science Center College of Medicine
Baylor Scott and White McLane Children’s Hospital
Temple, Texas
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship
2016 – 2018
Board Certifications:
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in General Psychiatry – 2017
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry – 2018
Language Fluency: English
Carmen Oloya-Edge ᴺᴾ is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practioner. She is dedicated to consistently find ways to improve the quality of healthcare. Carmen is driven to build strong relationships with patients, families and communities through advocacy. She is adept at assessing and supporting individuals with various mental health needs. Her practice philosophy is both evidence-based and client-centered, working with my clients to help them find stability of symptoms and to support them in living their lives to their fullest. Her treatment and modalities are guided by the principle of an overall wellness.
Carmen joins Telemed2U in its mission to expand access to healthcare.
Thomas Schaller is a nationally certified physician assistant licensed to practice psychiatry in the state of Texas. He completed his Master of Physician Assistant Studies in 2023 at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Myers, Florida, where he graduated with honors and was presented the Eugene Stead Award by faculty for exceptional performance. He served as a clinical intern at Park Royal Hospital, a psychiatric hospital in Fort Myers, Florida. He then joined Tampa General Hospital Urgent Care in Tampa, Florida. He is passionate about helping others achieve meaningful change, and his hobbies include spending time with family, reading philosophy, baking bread, and being outdoors.
Thomas joins TeleMed2U in our mission to provide increased access to healthcare.
Valerie Neitsch is a Certified Physician Assistant with a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Psychiatry. She is licensed to practice in the states of Texas and Washington to practice as a Physician Assistant. Valerie has experience working with Esketamine, TMS, and medication management therapies.
Undergraduate: Western Michigan University: Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Health and Human services, 2015
Medical Education: Touro University of California; Joint Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies and Master in Public Health, 2019
Medical Education:
Master of Education in School Counseling, 2012
Internship:
Licensed Professional Counselor, 2015
Texas Counseling Association member since 2012
American Association of Christian Counselors member since 2021
Undergraduate Education:
Florida State University- Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Medical Education:
Barry University- Master of Clinical Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies
Undergraduate Education:
University of Texas at Austin (B.S.)
Medical Education:
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS)
Undergraduate Education:
University of Houston; Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition and Foods
Medical Education:
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS), 2011
Undergraduate Education:
Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK: Bachelor of Science in Biology
Medical Education:
Touro University Nevada, Henderson, NV: Master of Physician Assistant Studies, 2006-2008
Medical Education:
Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX
Medical Education:
Saba School of Medicine, Caribbean Netherlands MD, 2004
Residency:
Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine, Rootstown, OH. Psychiatry, 2005-2008
Specialty Board:
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
Psychiatry, 2010
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, 2011
Meeting MOC Requirements
Medical Education:
University of Illinois at Chicago, College of Medicine
Residency:
Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore MD. Psychiatry, 2004-2007.
Fellowship:
Austin Medical Education Programs, Austin TX. Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, 2007-2009
Undergraduate Education:
University of Washington, Seattle, WA; Bachelors of Science in Biology, Physiology
Medical Education:
Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR; Masters of Physician Assistant Studies, 2017-2019
Undergraduate Education:
The George Washington University, Washington D.C- Bachelor of Science in Biological Anthropology
Medical Education:
Salus University Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies
Undergraduate Education:
University of Alabama at Birmingham – Bachelor in Neuroscience with a minor in Chemistry.
Medical Education:
Chatham University – Master in Physician Assistant Studies
